Ensure that the handles of tools like hammers and axes fit tightly into the head of the tool.

Replace worn jaws on wrenches, pipe tools and pliers.

Redress burred or mushroomed heads of striking tools.

Pull on a wrench or pliers. Never push unless you hold the tool with your palm open.

Point sharp tools (e.g., saws, chisels, knives) laying on benches away from aisles and handles should not extend over the edge of the bench top.

Maintain tools carefully. Keep them clean and dry, and store them properly after each use.

Carry tools in a sturdy tool box to and from the work site.

Wear safety glasses or goggles, or a face shield (with safety glasses or goggles) and well-fitting gloves appropriate for the hazards to which you may be exposed when doing various tasks.

Use a heavy belt or apron and hang tools at your sides, not behind your back.

Do not use tools for jobs they are not intended to do. For example, do not use a slot screw drivers as a chisel, pry bar, wedge or punch or wrenches as hammers.

Do not apply excessive force or pressure on tools.

Do not cut towards yourself when using cutting tools.

Do not hold the stock in the palm of your hand when using a cutting tool or a screwdriver.

Do not wear bulky gloves to operate hand tools.

Do not throw tools. Hand them, handle first, directly to other workers.

Do not carry tools in a way that interferes with using both hands on a ladder, while climbing on a structure, or when doing any hazardous work. If working on a ladder or scaffold, tools should be raised and lowered using a bucket and hand line.